HCA Florida West Hospital received an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group. This national distinction celebrates HCA Florida West Hospital’s achievements in protecting hospital patients from preventable harm and errors.
“Receiving an “A” rating for hospital safety is a testament to the dedication that our physicians, nurses, colleagues and volunteers have for patient safety,” said Gabe Bullaro, Chief Executive Officer for HCA Florida West Hospital. “We applaud our health care workforce for their strong culture of patient safety, excellent patient care experiences, and always putting our patients first. This recognition is further evidence of our commitment to provide safe, quality and compassionate healthcare for our community.
The Leapfrog Group is an independent national watchdog organization with a 10-year history of assigning letter grades to general hospitals throughout the United States, based on a hospital’s ability to prevent medical errors and harm to patients. The grading system is peer-reviewed, fully transparent, and free to the public. Hospital Safety Grade results are based on more than 30 national performance measures and are updated each fall and spring.
“I applaud the hospital leadership and workforce for their strong commitment to safety and transparency,” said Leah Binder, president and CEO of The Leapfrog Group. “An ‘A’ Safety Grade is a sign that hospitals are continuously evaluating their performance, so that they can best protect patients. Your hospital team should be extremely proud of their dedication and achievement.”
To see HCA Florida West Hospital’s full grade details and to access patient tips for staying safe in the hospital, visit HospitalSafetyGrade.org.
